Paul Heyman sparked a major reaction on this week’s WWE RAW after he casually stated that Tommy Dreamer “should be dead.” Dreamer, an ECW legend and longtime colleague of Heyman, has now publicly responded to the controversial statement during an interview. The incident unfolded on Monday Night Raw, airing from Philadelphia, the historic home of ECW where both men first rose to prominence.
Details Behind the Contentious Comment on WWE RAW
During his promo on the latest RAW episode, Paul Heyman referenced several ECW icons including Sabu, New Jack, and Sandman, but it was his line about Dreamer that provoked a strong response. Heyman remarked that although Dreamer was still alive, he “should be dead,” which elicited loud boos from the live audience and quickly became a heated topic online. The phrase drew immediate attention because of the long, complicated history between Heyman and Dreamer, both key figures in ECW’s legacy.
Tommy Dreamer later addressed the remark on Busted Open Radio, acknowledging the strange nature of being mentioned in that context. He said,
“He said, I know he’s not dead, but I should be. Then Bron Breakker had no clue I was still alive, but that’s okay. If your name is being said—and hey, I was trending #3, it was RAW, Bengals, and me, which was cool—I think that’s awesome. Just 15 more seconds of fame,”
showing a mix of humor and acceptance toward the comment.
Tommy Dreamer’s Past Struggles and Personal Revelations
The tension between Dreamer and Heyman is rooted in a deeper history. Years ago, Dreamer revealed he struggled profoundly after ECW’s collapse in the early 2000s, describing a dark period where mental health issues clouded his judgment. He admitted in a candid interview that he once contemplated a violent act against Heyman before WrestleMania 17, as well as against himself.
“At WrestleMania, I was gonna hop the rail and I was gonna whack Paul E. [Heyman] in the back of the head right at the announce table, then I was gonna whack myself,” Dreamer said. “The ultimate martyr, I was gonna hit my pose, crack, boom, pull the trigger. Because I was that insane, don’t know if I would have went through with it, but that’s what I was thinking about every day.”
Dreamer also reflected on the tough decisions made during ECW’s final days. He nearly signed with WCW but chose not to follow through after Heyman’s encouragement. Nevertheless, when ECW folded, Dreamer felt betrayed as Heyman quickly transitioned to a commentary role inside <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE, adding strain to their professional and personal relationship.
Significance and What Might Follow from This Exchange
The resurfacing of their complicated history amid Heyman’s pointed comment on RAW pulls renewed attention to both men’s intertwined careers and legacy within professional wrestling. Dreamer’s composed response indicates his ability to find a measure of peace despite past hardships and the unexpected jab on live television. As the WWE universe watches closely, this incident may spark further commentary or developments involving these key figures, especially as ECW’s impact continues to resonate.
